Where do we begin? With 10 unique all-inclusive dining experiences across eight venues, you’ll never get bored of what’s on offer on Eclipse II. Not only are there a plethora of options, the quality is exceptional. Ranging from casual to fine dining and taking influence from around the world, experiences like the Night Market @ Koko invites chefs from the team to create a menu inspired by their nationality, but with a Scenic twist. One of the crew’s star chefs, Strawberry Mae Besin, has curated an eight course meal inspired by her home country, the Philippines. Think street food meets fine-dining, not just in taste but experience too. Guests sit around a U-shaped table that hugs a teppanyaki-style grill as the chef cooks and the intimate room fills with the aromas of local flavours, transporting guests to a local street-food market. Strawberry is so connected to the menu she created she shares family stories about the ingredients she’s uses as she effortlessly whips and plates up the dishes. Across the venues, cuisines served vary from Japanese to Italian, Asian-Fusion, French and more.

The Scenic Eclipse II is home to two state-of-the-art Airbus H130-T2 helicopters, which carry up to six guests, plus a pilot. These aircrafts are the quietest in the sky, so when you’re exploring remote regions, like Antarctica, the chopper doesn’t disturb the wildlife. Within seconds from take off you can barely hear them. Each helicopter is fitted with wrap-around windows to ensure you have the best view from every seat. Another drawcard for adventure-lovers is the Scenic Neptune II Triton submersible. This one-of-a-kind submersible is certified up to 200m and has a unique 360-degree acrylic sphere window that offers panoramic underwater views. Both these experiences come at an extra cost, but there are plenty of inclusive experiences by Zodiac, kayak, SEABOB, stand-up paddleboard, all led by an expert Discovery Team.

On a cruise, space is everything. If you like to retreat to your suite you have plenty of room to do so. All of the 114 suites feature a verandah and separate zones for the living and bedroom. Suites start from 32sqm and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes and bathrooms.

Don’t overlook the Senses Spa. From its sister ship, Eclipse, Senses Spa has been given an upgrade. The 550 sqm space is a haven for those seeking wellness. There are dedicated male and female appointed areas with infrared saunas, steam rooms, and lounges. Aromatherapy treatments can be paired with ice showers, therapeutic pressure showers, teh KLAFS salt therapy lounge and integrated with the outdoor Vitality Pool.

Scenic’s Eclipse II will be sailing Australian waters from now until early 2026. From the coastline of Queensland to the Northern Territory and Kimberly region and then on to Western Australia, there’s a range of itineraries available over the next two years. Eclipse II will also be touring the South Pacific, South East Asia, Japan and Korea, New Zealand, remote East Antarctica and the Ross Sea region as it resides in the Southern Hemisphere till 2026. For more information or to book, visit scenic.com.au